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Newspaper
Benalla Ensign
Location
Benalla, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1940
Page
2
The notice lists Geo Diggle and Smythe as central figures in funeral arrangements in Benalla. Local authorities or funeral directors coordinate services and burial details. Public notices advise attendees of time and venue for the services.
The notice recounts a Benalla engagement and the social page events with many residents named. It covers upcoming ceremonies, family connections, and local gatherings as well as references to visitors and societal activities within the community.
Local and general notice items describe a school fete, theater, and community events. Names such as Kendallstars, Harrow Escape, and the TATONG SCHOOL COMMITTEE appear amid reports of a fete, speeches, and civic gatherings. The piece mentions a Christmas tree event, a special sheep bale, and a guide social forward group with acknowledgments for volunteers and contributions.
A fragmentary betting note lists horses and race events such as the Epsom and Cheltenham hurdle, Murray Handicap, and Parkdale Welter, with scattered odds or selections. Names like Moja Latte Pavel Maney and Davie Were appear amid broken phrases, creating a jumbled guide to upcoming races and bets.
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